Milken Conference: Surviving in an Era of Digital Darwinism

Digital Darwinism is the idea that digital technology advancements are forcing companies to evolve and adapt more rapidly than ever – or fail. Meanwhile, the strong will not only survive, but can also thrive as they take advantage of the new models and opportunities.

The way that Uber has affected private transportation worldwide is only one example of how the Digital Revolution can spin an entire industry on its head. Business models now evolve at an unbelievable pace.

The “user interface and usability [of data] is a huge thing,” he said.

So is the security of that data, though, Chen argues, the biggest risk may not be the one you first think of.

“The biggest issue with data is not hacking but people changing your data,” he said.

Panelists agreed that while Digital Darwinism affected all industries, healthcare and education might be the among the first.

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